Chicken Croquettes from &#39Spain&#39

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
• 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 3/4 cup chicken broth
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
• Vegetable oil for frying

Directions

In a skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt and sauté until cooked through, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a platter to cool. Cut the chicken into pieces and grind with a food processor.